Top 5 Skill sets - Technical expertise: Deep understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and emerging technologies.
- Leadership skills: Ability to guide and mentor teams, influence stakeholders, and drive architectural decisions.
- Strategic thinking: Capability to align technical solutions with business goals and create long-term technology roadmaps.
- Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Innovation: Ability to develop creative solutions and stay current with industry trends and best practices.
Nice to have skills or certifications: - WS Certified Solutions Architect
- Problem Management Professional
- Certified Information Systems Auditor
ny project details - need to know about. This role will be key in several projects focused on transforming and modernizing the Client Cargo Warehouses; implementing cutting edge technology, gen AI and automation solutions.
Preferred Hours of work: primarily weekdays 8-5. Some evenings and weekends to support application or maintenance releases.
Work Location(s): Ideally - Houston or Chicago
Work Schedule: Hybrid - needs to be able to be on site when required
For Hybrid model, there is no specific requirements at this time.
Will this person have to travel? If so, what is the % of travel. 20%
Will they be reimbursed for travel? Yes, based on client travel and expense policies
Contract to Hire: Is there a possibility that they can be converted to full time client employee? Yes, this is a contract to hire position. Target Conversion Date: January 2026
Principal Architect - Cargo Operational Applications Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced IT Principal Architect to lead the design and implementation of innovative solutions for our Cargo Operational applications. This role will be crucial in shaping the technological landscape of our cargo operations, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
Key Responsibilities: - Design and oversee the architecture of Cargo Operational applications, ensuring alignment with business goals and IT strategies.
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive architectural roadmap for Cargo systems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Evaluate and recommend new technologies and frameworks to enhance cargo operations.
- Ensure the integration and interoperability of various cargo systems and applications.
- Lead technical decision-making processes and provide expert guidance to development teams.
- Implement best practices in software architecture, security, and performance optimization.
- Mentor and guide junior architects and development teams.
Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field;
- Master's degree preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in IT architecture, with at least 5 years focusing on logistics or cargo operations.
- Strong knowledge of cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies.
- Expertise in service-oriented architecture (SOA) and microservices.
- Proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks relevant to cargo operations.
- Experience with big data technologies and analytics platforms.
- Understanding of cargo industry standards and regulations.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- bility to balance technical expertise with business acumen.
"Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of - Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans."